How to Pronounce Nominally

To pronounce "nominally", say NOM-in-ally — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈnɒmɪnəli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈnɒmɪnəli/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nominally”

"nominally" has 3 syllables: nom-in-ally. It rhymes with phenomenally, if that helps it stick.

What does nominally mean?

adverb

  1. In a nominal manner.
  2. Slightly

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Words that rhyme with nominally

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phenomenally

Related words

theoreticallyconceptuallynotionallyprincipleessentiallyhypotheticallyformallysupposedly

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nominally"?▾

"Nominally" has 3 syllables: nom · in · ally.

What is the IPA transcription of "nominally"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nominally" is /ˈnɒmɪnəli/.

What does "nominally" mean?▾

Nominally: In a nominal manner.

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